Perfectionism is not about having high standards, it's about being afraid.
Strive for excellence, but don't be afraid to embrace imperfection.
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Authors: Christy Whitman & Rebecca Grado Theme: Transform aggressive, controlling, and perfectionist tendencies into confidence, balance, and fulfillment.
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Perfectionism isn’t about doing perfect, it’s about feeling perfect.
Most perfectionists will freely admit that their excessive standards for achievement are totally unrealistic. But they keep holding themselves to them… Why?
Because deep down
Perfectionism is a personality trait, which can be an endless pursuit of high standards in every area of our lives, but can also be a 'disorder' like condition or a phobia, akin to 'Fear of Failure'.
However, this type of perfectionism does not lead to excellence, but rather inhibits growth. It is a self-sabotaging behavior that stems from low self-esteem.
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